The Space Show - Robert Zimmermanhttp://www.thespaceshow.com/guest/robert-zimmerman
Robert Zimmerman is a well known and respected space historian and author. He posts regularly at his website, http://behindtheblack.com, on space, science, and other matters relating to cultural and political issues. Mr. Zimmerman is also an award winning author who has written four books on the history of space exploration, all of which are still in print. This first book, GENESIS: THE STORY OF APOLLO 8, was published in 1998, and is now available as an ebook from either his webpage (https://www.ebookit.com/books/0000002014/Genesis-The-Story-of-Apollo-8-T...) or from amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Apollo-Mission-Another-ebook/dp/B00A1EZJ6U...), or any ebook vendor. His most recent book, THE UNIVERSE IN A MIRROR: THE SAGA OF THE HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE AND THE VISIONARIES WHO BUILT IT (Princeton University Press) tells the poignant tale of the men and women behind the telescope, and how many had to sacrifice careers and family to get it built. It also describes in detail the importance of Hubble both scientifically and culturally. More than any other instrument sent into space, the Hubble Space Telescope reshaped the human perception of our place in the universe. Robert's previous book, LEAVING EARTH: SPACE STATIONS, RIVAL SUPERPOWERS, AND THE QUEST FOR INTERPLANETARY TRAVEL, is a must read! It describes in detail the history of manned space flight, post Apollo. Thus, it includes a lot of information about the Soviet/Russian space program that is unknown to most Americans. In 2003 American Astronautical Society awarded LEAVING EARTH the Eugene Emme Award as that year's the best space history for the general public. Mr. Zimmerman has also authored THE CHRONOLOGICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA OF DISCOVERIES IN SPACE (published by Oryx Press, now ABC-CLIO, 2000), a detailed reference book describing what was accomplished on every space mission beginning in October 1957 with Sputnik and continuing through December 1999. His work is published regularly in such magazines as SCIENCE, SKY & TELESCOPE, ASTRONOMY, THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, FORTUNE, AD ASTRA, AMERICAN HISTORY, STARDATE, and many other major magazines. In 2000 he was co-winner of the David N. Schramm Award, given by the High Energy Astrophysics Division of the American Astronomical Society for Science Journalism. He can be reached at zimmerman at nasw dot org.
enBroadcast 2986 Robert (Bob) Zimmermanhttp://www.thespaceshow.com/show/26-sep-2017/broadcast-2986-robert-bob-zimmerman
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</div></form></div></div></section><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>Guest: Robert (Bob) Zimmerman; Topics: Commercial space, pending legislation, SpaceX &amp; other launch companies, policy, OST, property rights and more. Please direct all comments and questions regarding specific Space Show programs &amp; guest(s) to the Space Show blog which is part of archived program on our website, <a href="http://www.thespaceshow.com/">www.thespaceshow.com</a>. Comments and questions should be relevant to the specific Space Show program. Written Transcripts of Space Show programs are a violation of our copyright and are not permitted without prior written consent, even if for your own use. We do not permit the commercial use of Space Show programs or any part thereof, nor do we permit editing, YouTube clips, or clips placed on other private channels &amp; websites. Space Show programs can be quoted, but the quote must be cited or referenced using the proper citation format. Contact The Space Show for further information. In addition, please remember that your Amazon purchases can help support The Space Show/OGLF. See <a href="http://www.onegiantleapfoundation.org/amazon.htm">www.onegiantleapfoundation.org/amazon.htm</a>. </p>
<p>We welcomed Bob back to the show for this two segment 110 minute program that dealt with a variety of hot space policy, launch, commercial, and settlement issues. During the first segment, I asked Bob about publishing another book, his self-publishing experience and related issues to his books. I then commented that SpaceX had been very busy since his last visit with us. I also commented about their impressive success record, especially about their weekend launches on both coasts. Bob had much to say about SpaceX, including the Falcon Heavy so don't miss his comments which took us to the bottom of the hour or slightly past that market. Bob then commented on the changes in the commercial industry over the past 7-10 years and noted many other companies including Rocket Lab, Vector, Blue Origin, even ULA. Regarding ULA, he had much to say about their challenges going forward. The same for Arianne Space given their company reorganization, the emergence of the Arianne Group and the Arianne 6 rocket. Bob then mentioned activity in developing space agencies in the UK, the UAE, Luxembourg plus I mentioned New Zealand, Australia, and the Azores. </p>
<p>Regarding China, Bob mentioned how aggressive they been of late and toward the end of the second segment, he actually listed three issues relevant to the Chinese program so stay tuned. Bob then brought up the United Nations upcoming meetings on space in Australia and the student and young person meeting to be held there on possible modifications of the Outer Space Treaty to allow for property rights. This led me to talk about the impressive panels and entrepreneurs represented at the recent NewSpace 2017 gig held last week in San Francisco. Don't miss what both Bob and I had to say on this subject. Bob had much to say about changing or doing something with the OST re property rights. He also mentioned a new Federalist article that he wrote on the subject. You can read his article here: <a href="http://behindtheblack.com/behind-the-black/points-of-information/space-law-vs-the-outer-space-treaty">http://behindtheblack.com/behind-the-black/points-of-information/space-law-vs-the-outer-space-treaty</a>. </p>
<p>Bob then devoted serious time to do discussing ULA and complimenting the new CEO Tory Bruno. Bob did have some questions about their Vulcan rocket project but he also mentioned that both Boeing and Lockheed might want to get out of their arrangement with their rockets with ULA. Don't miss what Bob had to say about this. </p>
<p>Bob commented on ongoing Russian corruption and quality control issues with their rockets and said they planned a new heavy lift rocket for 2027 which he thought would not be competitive given how fast the market is evolving and new rockets are coming up on operation. Bob mentioned the large amount of new satellite projects and the fact that smaller satellites can do more and they are cheaper to develop, launch and operate. </p>
<p>Sandy in Boston asked Bob about his website and the addition of art, music, and cultural items on the site. Bob explained his "evening pause" program so if this interests you, pay attention to what he said. He even referenced a quote by I. Asimov about engineers wanting to know more about liberal arts and getting a wider view than even those from the liberal arts field. Don't miss what Bob said about the importance of having a wider view and perspective on things.</p>
<p>We started the second segment with my asking Bob if he was aware that Rocket Plane Global was coming back. I directed him to their website, <a href="http://www.rocketplaneglobal.com/">www.rocketplaneglobal.com</a> announcing their revised company, the Directors, the new incorporation date and state of choice and more. Bob commented that they probably saw a market for low cost satellite launch and said that the satellite industry was changing the approach to space.</p>
<p>Todd asked Bob about the National Space Council and Bob had much to say on this subject. He referenced an Eric Berger article related to the topic dealing with big space traditional companies, not NewSpace companies. See <a href="https://arstechnica.com/science/2017/06/no-space-for-new-space-at-trumps-space-council-rollout">https://arstechnica.com/science/2017/06/no-space-for-new-space-at-trumps-space-council-rollout</a>. If you are not a regular reader of Eric's articles, you are really missing out on important content. </p>
<p>Another topic touched on in the second segment was space settlement. Bob linked it to progress in getting property rights and reforming the OST. Ft. Worth John called regarding earlier comments about SpaceX and ULA and alternatives to SpaceX and a possible SpaceX monopoly due to cost advantages. Bob talked about the DOD requiring two or more competitive players so SpaceX would not become a DOD monopoly even if they got the bulk of the commercial launches. John asked Bob about progress in Blue Origin getting to space. Don't miss what Bob said in response to this question from John.</p>
<p>As the show was ending, Bob was asked about the space elevator so don't miss his comprehensive comments. Just before the show ended, he talked about the recent Chinese launch failure, the Chinese space station simulation project and the Chinese sea launch effort plus the Russian sea launch effort.</p>
<p>If you have comments and questions for Bob, please post them on the blog. Visit his website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a>. You can reach Bob through is site or me.</p>
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<p>We welcomed Bob Zimmerman back to the program for a two hour discussion on a variety of topics. We started the first segment with Bob about space policy, SLS-Orion and the Trump comment about wanting to do Mars in his first term. On the latter, Bob thought that Mr. Trump was joking when he made that comment talking with the ISS astronauts. Bob proceeded to talk about his recently published paper "Capitalism In Space. He talked about the role he saw for the government in space development, especially since he believes this should be a private sector undertaking. He cited development of the Old West as an example of the proper role of the government. Most of the first segment of our show was about capitalism in space and the commercial models applicable to getting more people and commerce in space. You can download Bob's capitalism paper here: <a href="http://behindtheblack.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/CNAS-Report-CapitalismInSpace-Final-1PUBLISHED.pdf">http://behindtheblack.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/CNAS-Report-CapitalismInSpace-Final-1PUBLISHED.pdf</a>. </p>
<p>Our discussion moved over to the property rights issue under the Outer Space Treaty (OST). Bob proposed that President Trump do something bold such as withdraw from the OST. You can read Bob's paper on this subject here: <a href="http://thefederalist.com/2017/04/17/president-trump-jumpstart-space-settlements">http://thefederalist.com/2017/04/17/president-trump-jumpstart-space-settlements</a>. Bob talked about the actions of the Luxembourg Council of State expressing formal oppositions to their space mining project. The article in question from Luxembourg, "Doubt Over Space Mining Legal Status," can be found here: <a href="http://delano.lu/d/detail/news/doubts-over-space-mining-legal-status/142567">http://delano.lu/d/detail/news/doubts-over-space-mining-legal-status/142567</a>. The article concludes with Luxembourg wanting to go to the UN to make the case to do something about the OST and the lack of property rights. Bob mentioned other nations interested in doing something similar. We talked about the possibility of withdrawing form the OST but we did not think it was plausible anytime soon if ever. </p>
<p>Other topics during the first segment included Blue Origin, SpaceX, Ula and even a glimpse back in history to the DCX. Bob talked about the Google Lunar XPrize teams, delays in their end of the year 2017 launches, the Indian PSLV rocket, Rocket Lab delays and more. He thought the contest might be extended into 2018 but so far there has been confirmation of an extension. </p>
<p>John from Ft. Worth called to add to the comments about North Korean missiles. He also wanted to talk about the turnaround time for the reusable SpaceX first stage. He raised the question about this technology being available decades earlier. He did not think it was but Bob thought there could have been progress on reusability had companies or the government been interested in it. He said they were not interested until Musk and SpaceX started proving out the concept. Don't miss this discussion, it was a good one.</p>
<p>In the second segment, we took a call from Dr. Lurio. Charles talked about earlier comments regarding the Soviet Buran space shuttle, vertical and horizontal landing and what technology might have been available years or decades earlier. Charles also talked about the OST and property rights issue along with our earlier Luxembourg discussion. Bob and Charles then spoke briefly about the hearings with Senator Cruz scheduled for Wednesday, April 26, 2017.</p>
<p>Tim from Huntsville sent in the final email asking about privately funded science and research projects. Don't miss what Bob had to say about this and the example Tim used which focused on building telescopes to image exoplanets. The final call was from John in Redding who wanted to know more about Bob's plans to see the solar eclipse in August from Idaho Falls. Bob then offered us concluding remarks along with his view of what might unfold later this year. He briefly touched on the Chinese rocket and systems testing going on now for docking, resupply and more. We concluded our discussion with a brief update on the white nose bat fungus problem.</p>
<p>Please post your comments/questions on TSS blog for this program. You can reach Bob Zimmerman through his website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a> or me.</p>
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<p>John Batchelor and I welcomed Bob Zimmerman to this Hotel Mars double segment to discuss Bob's recent published paper, "Capitalism In Space: Private Enterprise and Competition Reshape The Global Aerospace Launch Industry." Please note that the audio issue at the beginning of the program was on the Batchelor recording. Bob talked about private enterprise and commercial space, comparing its accomplishments to those of NASA and the pubic space program. Bob talked about comparing rockets SLS with Orion to what is being done by the private launch companies, specifically SpaceX and Blue Origin with a focus toward human spaceflight. In response to questions from John wanting to know if the privates could compete China regarding going to the Moon. Bob suggested that it was only with the privates would there be any chance of competition or returning to the Moon. He also said that over time the Chinese government program would start to crumble. </p>
<p>In the second part, Bob talked about the foes of capitalism in space of which he said there were many and that they were powerful. He mentioned some companies and their projects. We then said that for private industry aspirations and goals to be successful in the space community, their specific rocket and other projects needed to be successful. Near the end of the segment, John asked why Bob included a reference to the Homestead Act from the late 1800's. Bob explained that reference and suggested that nations were looking for ways to ensure commercial space given the challenges posed by Article 6 of the Outer Space Treaty. Don't miss what he said about this as the program ended.</p>
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<p>We welcomed Bob Zimmerman back for this end of 2016 space event look back program. For the first segment of our 2 hour 1 minute program, Bob focused on the Trump space landing team changes. We talked about two articles, one from the Wall St. Journal and the other from Eric Berger; Here are the respective URLs you should review: </p>
<p><a href="http://arstechnica.com/science/2016/12/peter-thiel-now-leading-the-fight-for-commercial-space-in-trumps-nasa">http://arstechnica.com/science/2016/12/peter-thiel-now-leading-the-fight-for-commercial-space-in-trumps-nasa</a> and <a href="http://www.wsj.com/articles/thiel-others-push-for-trump-nasa-team-expansion-1482263645">www.wsj.com/articles/thiel-others-push-for-trump-nasa-team-expansion-1482263645</a>. </p>
<p>Bob continued talking about commercial space. Another example he cited was One Webb securing $1.2 billion in financing from private Japanese sources. By the way, note that we started the show talking about the Swiss Space bankruptcy. We also mentioned that this was likely due to the bizarre attempt to kill the Swiss Space founder. We hope the founder fully recovers from the brutal attack that drenched him in gasoline and attempted to burn him up.</p>
<p>Bob talked about the new class of small sat launchers about to enter the market and why it was significant. He mentioned two companies, Planet Labs and Vector Space. The SpaceX return to flight was delayed so Bob talked about that as well, even the loss of a commercial customer due to the delay. Bob updated us as to the SpaceX accident investigation on the loss of the Falcon 9. </p>
<p>Additional time was spent discussing the space landing team for the Trump transition. Bob suggested that new members being added to the team indicate a possible commercial space focus for the new administration. Next, we got a call from John Hunt who wanted to challenge and disagree with Bob regarding SLS. Their debate on SLS took us through the balance of the first segment. However, before the segment ended, we talked movies including the National Geographic Mars series and the new movie just opening, Passengers.</p>
<p>In the second segment, Bob talked about Apollo 8 and his still current book documenting the mission and the Christmas event flyby of the Moon with the crew reading Genesis from the Bible. Marilyn then sent in a note asking about making money with humans in space. Don't miss what Bob said about this subject. Part of his response focused on products developed for space used in everyday commerce here on Earth. LED lights were one such item Bob mentioned along with infrared sensors.</p>
<p>We talked about other national space programs including the Russian and Chinese programs. Harry then sent in a note asking Bob what he thought was the most important space event or news story for 2016. Bob said it was rocket reusability as it was a big game changer. Don't miss all of what he had to say on this topic including the upcoming reuse of space capsules. </p>
<p>Dr. Charles Lurio called to discuss the Wall St. Journal and Eric Berger articles on the new members being added to the Trump space transition team or landing team. After the Lurio call, Tim sent us an email about the best way to start a space entrepreneurial business. Dr. Doug from S. California was our last caller. He focused on Public Private Partnerships and his Lunar Cots project. Bob and Doug had an interesting conversation. When Doug mentioned some ideas for international cooperation, Bob said he did not support international cooperation in space projects. He said we did not need a Kumbaya moment in space and he also explained his reasoning. Out of respect &amp; honor for Bob not wanting an international space project Kumbaya moment, I played a few bars of the famous Kumbaya My Lord song by the Seekers. All in all, Bob and Doug had an interesting give and take discussion so don't miss it. They also briefly talked about the ESA Lunar Village idea . Before the show ended, I asked Bob what we should focus on for early 2017. Bob again talked about the SpaceX return to flight &amp; the emergence of the actual Trump administration policy on space.</p>
<p>Please post your comments/questions on The Space Show blog which is part of this show's archive page on our website. Check out Bob's website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a>. You can reach Bob through his website or me. </p>
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<p>We welcomed back Bob Zimmerman for this 2 hour 1 minute discussion on the probable space policy in the Trump administration. Bob speculated on who the NASA administrator might be, the same for other relevant cabinet and key positions that might impact space, plus what the budget for NASA may look like in the new administration. He talked about a move to streamline, cut costs, and make things more cost effective. He also mentioned major changes in the Earth science area for both NASA and NOAA. This latter topic was a significant part of the first segment discussion with Bob. Bob said that public-private partnerships would be substantial in the administration as they support a move to being more cost-effective with space programs and projects. NASA Mars plans were mentioned as was the Asteroid Redirect Mission, deep space mining and more. </p>
<p>Bob got several email questions from listeners. Tim wanted to know how nuclear propulsion might do in a Trump administration. The possible cancellation of Orion was mentioned as was a possible later on SLS cancellation. Joe inquired about a news story about Russian putting a centrifuge in space and the small rodent centrifuge on the ISS that NASA wants to use for gravity experiments. We talked about the essential need to determine the gravity RX for human spaceflight. Dr. Doug sent in a note about the pro Moon speech given by Rep. Bridenstine. Bob was not familiar with the speech but read it during the break and commented on it during the second segment of today's program. John Hunt from Ft. Worth also called during the first segment.</p>
<p>Wanda sent in a note about the National Geographic mini-series Mars. I talked about it some, thought it was not that impressive but Bob had not seen it. SpaceX return to flight came up as did the NASA concern about SpaceX having crew on board when fueling the rocket. Don't miss what Bob had to say about this.</p>
<p>In the second segment, Bob talked about the Bridenstine talk on going to the Moon that Doug brought up in the first segment. He pointed out parts he liked and disliked in what the congressman said. Luis from Venezuela emailed in to comment some more on the Mars mini-series. Jane asked Bob about his climate comments from the first segment in the context of recent news stories with France and the UN warning Trump not to pull out of the Paris accords on climate less they punish the U.S. with tariffs. . Bob did respond to Jane's question so don't miss what he said.</p>
<p>Near the end of the show, I asked Bob what to be on the look out for as 2016 draws to a close. He said the SpaceX return to flight. He was then asked about the N. Korea missile program, then he commented on the space programs for China,, Russia, India, Japan and ESA. Before the end of the program, Bob talked more about the OST and Luxembourg trying to do an end run around it for their investments in deep space mining. Our last caller, John in Redding, talked about radiation and the gravity RX needed for astronauts. Bob and I both responded on the gravity issues plus Bob answered one of John's questions about Curiosity by giving us his rover report.</p>
<p>Please post your comments/questions in the comments section of this archived program on TSS website. You can reach Bob through is website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a> or through me.</p>
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<p>We welcomed back Robert (Bob) Zimmerman to the program to discuss multiple space news and policy topics. During the first segment of our 118 minute program, Bob focused on the Elon Musk Mars talk that Mr. Musk gave from Mexico on Sept. 27. Bob went through key elements of the Musk plan and infrastructure as explained by Musk during his presentation. If you have not seen the presentation and want to see it, you can easily find it on the net or check it out here: <a href="http://bgr.com/2016/09/27/elon-musk-mars-colonization-live-stream-video">http://bgr.com/2016/09/27/elon-musk-mars-colonization-live-stream-video</a>. Note that about the first 40 minutes or so of the video is music as the presentation started late. You will want to fast forward to the actual talk. Listeners asked Bob several questions about the Musk Mars plans and he took listener calls as well.</p>
<p>Other topics discussed during the first segment included the Falcon 9 explosion and the ongoing investigation. Bob commented on the thoughts expressed by many that Musk and SpaceX may be diverting resources to the Mars plans and may be distracted in their other work. At one point Bob referenced article on Parabolic Arc about this but he also said that Musk stated in his Mars talk that SpaceX first needed to get things right with Dragon, F9 and Falcon Heavy before turning to Mars. </p>
<p>Joe from El Paso sent in a note suggesting listeners and Bob compare the Musk plan for Mars to the Lockheed Mars Base Camp plan. Bob talked about this, about SLS which as we know he does not like, plus this discussion brought up comments on planetary protection. Bob had much to say about planetary protection which he thought would not be able to limit Musk in landing humans on Mars. Don't miss this discussion. What do you think? Is Bob spot on in his comments? Additional topics included methane as the preferred fuel for the Musk rocket program. Also CO2 in the Martian atmosphere was talked about as was the size of the Musk rocket and possible noise and backpressure issues with such a large rocket. </p>
<p>In the second segment, we talked about the potential sale of Sea Launch to the Russian aviation magnate &amp; Rocket Lab and the Electron rocket. We talked about planetary missions such as Insight with its delay, Osiris Rex, Hubble, JWST and more. We talked about the quality of planetary missions and why the human side was so much more complex and bogged down, at least regarding NASA. </p>
<p>Bob was asked about commercial space and the presidential candidates. After discussing each one, eventually he said it would likely be status quo. That said, don't miss his analysis on this subject.</p>
<p>Near the end of the program, I asked Bob to comment on the NASA Europa announcement. Bob did not think much of it or the Europa news. Listen to what he had to say about it. Let us know what you think by posting on the blog.</p>
<p>Please post your comments/thoughts on TSS blog which is the archived show on our website. Visit Bob's website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a>. Check out his new weekly Rover update section. You can reach Bob through me or his website.</p>
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<p>We welcomed back Bob Zimmerman for a 2 hour 2 minute discussion on a wide variety of topics. We started the first segment with Bob telling us about his SLS/Orion research and analysis report which will soon be published, all for the Center for New American Security. Bob says his research shows just how costly SLS/Orion is, especially when compared to what the private sector can do and even in comparison with the Apollo program. Most of the first segment was devoted to Bob's research and analysis.</p>
<p>Midway through the first segment, Bob took the first call which was form John in Dallas representing an organization, Vote For Space (see <a href="http://www.voteforspace.com/">www.voteforspace.com</a>). According to John, this is a political Pac to support a pro commercial space and NewSpace agenda. Bob and John discussed his research and conclusions in the context of John's organizational agenda. </p>
<p>Before the segment ended, Tim from Huntsville called with interesting observations and a quote from Jerry Pournelle. Note that I strongly recommend that you listen to the first segment as Bob makes important points that you may want to discuss on the blog.</p>
<p>In the second segment, John from Ft. Worth called to express a different view and perspective on SLS as John is a supporter of the big rocket. John and Bob had an interesting give and take as they always do with neither one convincing the other of his specific argument re SLS. In the end they agreed on the need for robust competitiveness and to have an increased launch rate to lower the operating cost and overhead for SLS if it is completed and flown. Don't miss this vibrant discussion and give and take.</p>
<p>Bob then took a look at the NASA planetary science program. We talked about the upcoming JUNO Mission which will go into orbit around Jupiter on July 4th in a high inclination orbit, dipping deep down into Jupiter's atmosphere and magnetic field. It should prove to be very exciting. Bob also talked about new photos from the Dawn Mission, New Horizon out at Pluto, and the beginning of the end of the great Cassini mission. Bob also mentioned the Europa mission and the fact that it might be the first actual SLS launch. Rosetta was also mentioned.</p>
<p>Near the end of the show, George asked Bob for his thoughts on the future of the ISS. Bob had much to say about this so don't miss the conversation. This led to a discussion about private space stations, a subject Bob had much to say about.</p>
<p>Linda wanted to know about space events were planned for the time around the presidential election. Bob said the first Falcon Heavy might launch around then but later a listener said the first launch was planned around Christmas. Bob spoke briefly about the Osiris Rex mission, scheduled SpaceX flights and the possibility that some of the small sat launchers might start flying test flights around that time. </p>
<p>Before the show ended, Bob was asked about the N. Korean missile system and the Chinese space program being a military program. Bob had lots to say about both these topics so don't miss his comments. Tim sent in a question about Skylab and Mac wanted to know about the suborbital industry. Here, Bob spoke to Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic.</p>
<p>Please post your comments/questions in the comments section for this archived program on TSS website. Check out Bob's website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a>. You can reach Bob through me or his website.</p>
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<p>We welcomed Bob Zimmerman back to the program for a discussion of space news events, policies, and programs. Due to a classic Zimmerman rant on Orion-SLS, SpaceX, and the private sector as compared to the public sector, we missed our break timing so this 2 hour 2 minute discussion is in one long segment. For the first hour of the show, besides my regular Space Show announcements, Bob described a report he was writing that details the costs associated with Orion and SLS as compared to what he says the private sector can do, specifically SpaceX. During Bob's rant, Dr. Doug called from S. California to run some numbers through Bob's perspective regarding the NASA Roadmap to Mars plan which focuses on a specific number of SLS launches which Doug converted to Falcon Heavy launches for Bob to consider. Later, Tony sent in a series of questions including one suggesting Elon had said the same first stage could be used for 1,000 launches. Tony cited this video, <a href="http://youtu.be/VNygOavo2mY">http://youtu.be/VNygOavo2mY</a>, at the 28 minute mark. Bob quickly dispatched question.</p>
<p>One topic I introduced during this part of our conversation focused on the reports that I have been getting from other listeners that Fidelity, the mutual fund company, has invested $100 million in SpaceX, dispersing the investment in several Fidelity funds. I asked questions about how a public registered fund could invest in a private investment. Listen to the discussion and if you have any information on this, we want to hear it. Please post it on The Space Show blog.</p>
<p>John from Ft. Worth called to talk about the SpaceX landing of the first stage on the barge. He also referenced the S&amp;P and some other economic concerns given Bob and I briefly touched on economics during the Zimmerman rant. The question came up as to how SpaceX secures the first stage on the barge to keep it from falling over. Doug and later Mac sent in clarification emails on this process.</p>
<p>For the next part of the show, I forced a change in topics. I asked Bob about the spreading of the bat White Nose Syndrome to the west for the first time. Bob was aware of this and offered us clarifying information. In addition, he let us know why this is important as bats are an important part of our environment. You can read one of the stories about white nose coming west here: <a href="http://hostswww.hcn.org/articles/white-nose-syndrome-comes-to-the-west">http://hostswww.hcn.org/articles/white-nose-syndrome-comes-to-the-west</a>. </p>
<p>Tony asked another question about delays in the development of the Texas SpaceX spaceport. Bob addressed the issues and the soil stabilization plan for the spaceport. Bob then turned his attention to the successes of Blue Origin and what we might expect from them in the near future. He also mentioned Rocket Lab and the development of their small sat launcher. Bob provided us with some short updates on Stratolaunch and the Bigelow BEAM Module now at the ISS.</p>
<p>Listener Jerry in Denver changed the topic and asked Bob for his opinion on the nuclear threats coming from North Korea. Bob had much to say about the North Korean nuclear situation, their claims, their rockets and why he takes their threats seriously. </p>
<p>Before the program ended, I asked Bob for Google Lunar X-Prize updates, a quick update on the JUNO Mission and EXOMARS, plus Bob commented on the Mars rovers, in particular Curiosity. In fact, don't miss what he had to say about Curiosity as well as Opportunity.</p>
<p>Please post your comments/questions in the comments section for this archived program on TSS website. You can reach Bob through his website <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a> or me. </p>
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</div></form></div></div></section><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>Guest: Robert (Bob) Zimmerman; Space news updates, NOAA and its raw climate data assumptions, the media &amp; space/science. Please direct all comments and questions regarding specific Space Show programs &amp; guest(s) to the Space Show blog which is part of archived program on our website, <a href="http://www.thespaceshow.com/">www.thespaceshow.com</a>. Comments and questions should be relevant to the specific Space Show program. Written Transcripts of Space Show programs are a violation of our copyright and are not permitted without prior written consent, even if for your own use. We do not permit the commercial use of Space Show programs or any part thereof, nor do we permit editing, YouTube clips, or clips placed on other private channels &amp; websites. Space Show programs can be quoted, but the quote must be cited or referenced using the proper citation format. Contact The Space Show for further information. In addition, please remember that your Amazon purchases can help support The Space Show/OGLF. See <a href="http://www.onegiantleapfoundation.org/amazon.htm">www.onegiantleapfoundation.org/amazon.htm</a>. For those listening to archives using live365.com and rating the programs, please email me as to why you assign a specific rating to the show. This will help me bring better programming to the audience. </p>
<p>We welcomed Robert (Bob) Zimmerman back to the show to discuss a variety of space and space related topics. During the first segment of our 1 hour 58 minute program, Bob started out by discussing the presidential candidates and their positions on space and science per a recent Science journal article. Bob reported this on his website, <a href="http://www.behindtheblack.com/">www.behindtheblack.com</a>. If you want to read about it and see the actual Science article, visit <a href="http://behindtheblack.com/behind-the-black/points-of-information/the-candidates-take-on-science">http://behindtheblack.com/behind-the-black/points-of-information/the-candidates-take-on-science</a>. Bob's website reports on more than just space news and it’s a good one so I suggest you check it on a regular basis for interesting and timely articles.</p>
<p>Bob's next topic was an exhaustive discussion about SpaceX recovering their fist stage back at the Cape, plus he described what he said would be the impact of reusability on other launch providers, governments, and the industry. Bob's assumption making was quite generous but assuming reusability does become commercially operational, the potential is there to change the industry and commercial space in ways that Bob suggests. It also has the potential to impact the foreign launchers, especially if the foreign launch providers stick with old business models that SpaceX and reusability may over time weaken or even destroy. Listen to what Bob said and see if you agree. Post your thoughts in the comments section for this show on our website. </p>
<p>Marshall called to talk about the RD 180 engine issue, Senator McCain, the future of ULA. Bob had much to say on this topic so don't miss the discussion. Politics entered into it as the RD 180 is made in the Ukraine by a Russian company and Russia is currently invading the Ukraine, plus the US wants to sanction Russia for the Ukrainian invasion yet the Atlas 5 needs reliable engines for USAF &amp; national security launches. I know, it sounds like a SNL skit, right? NASA budget issues came up, especially looking on into the future. I used the opportunity to talk about the risk for NASA and others in the discretionary part of our budget due to rising interest rates. The James Webb Telescope was also mentioned so Bob gave us a short progress report on it.</p>
<p>Bob had much to say about Blue Origin and its success with its reusable program, including flying the same fist stage a second time. He said Blue was clearly in the lead in the suborbital industry, then he spoke his mind on Virgin Galactic and XCOR. In the second segment, Tim from Huntsville called (the first of his many calls during this program) to ask Bob for his opinion on Dr. Brandenburg's nuclear explosion on Mars theory. Bob was not familiar with it but did speak about the peer review and scientific process. </p>
<p>Doug emailed us to ask if the Elon Musk upcoming Mars program announcement would influence our space policy in the next administration. Bob's lengthy reply suggested that actually doing something rather than just talking about it or planning it has the potential to influence policy. Don't miss all of Bob's comments regarding Doug's question. </p>
<p>The next topic which lasted most of the balance of this segment dealt with NOAA and their assumption making regarding their climate data. For those of you that have been following this issue, you know that NOAA has been adjusting climate data to show cooling in the past and warming in the present. Congress has asked for the raw data and an explanation behind their adjustments to the data. NOAA has refused to provide this information to Congress, nor have they provided the information as a result of Freedom of Information Requests. This may result in future litigation against NOAA for the release of the data, especially since 300 actual climate scientists have sent a letter questioning NOAA adjustments and practices and wanting this information. NOAA has also said some of the data was "lost" so who knows what they will eventually provide Congress or those who may litigate against the government agency for release of this information. Bob used this discussion to refresh our memories about the Climategate scandal a few years ago where the decline in global temperatures was essentially hidden. I reminded Bob and the audience that a satirical song titled Hide The Decline came out during Climategate (you can hear it @ <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMqc7PCJ-nc">www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMqc7PCJ-nc</a>.). What do you think of Bob's analysis and comments on this and related issues? Let us know by posting your comments on our new blog. Bob did reference CO2 in the atmosphere and supported research into this to see if there is an impact from it, plus he talked about satellite data being far more useful than ground based data.</p>
<p>Before we ended the program, I asked Bob what to look for in the balance of the first half of this year. He pointed to upcoming SpaceX launches but did say he was concerned about their delays. We also spoke about Dream Chaser and the NASA award to the company. Bob had much to say about his. Tim called again to compare how NASA releases planetary science data like Kepler to NOAA and climate data. As the show was about to end, Jacqueline wanted to know who Bob thought might be the next NASA Administrator in a new administration. </p>
<p>Please post your comments/questions in the comments section of the archives for this show on TSS website. Bob can be reached through his website or me.</p>
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